• New hires will start at the rate of $40,674* 
• A 5% incentive for persons who have a proficiency in Spanish, Vietnamese, Laotian
• 5% bonus for Associate’s Degree, additional 5% bonus for Bachelor’s Degree  
• 10 Paid holidays per year
• 10 to 20 vacation days per year, based on years of service
• 2 weeks leave for annual reserve military training, one week is paid
• Medical / Dental Insurance - City pays a portion of the coverage
• Paid life insurance of double annual salary up to $100,000
• Eligible for full retirement benefits from the city and state after 30 years of credible service or at age 55
• 401(k) provided by the city - 5% of salary contributed by the city for sworn personnel
• Educational tuition reimbursement
• Employee Assistance Program - personal and family counseling
• Charlotte-Mecklenburg Police Officers are provided with the finest equipment, the best training, and the latest technology available in law-enforcement today  

*NOTE:  CMPD Officer pay, whether Entry Level or Lateral, is subject to change and based on City Council approval each year.